True Crime Time For December 19, 2025 | When Authority, Addiction, and Violence Spiral
True Crime Time For December 19, 2025 | When Authority, Addiction, and Violence Spiral  
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime
Published On: Fri Dec 19 2025
Description: In this episode of True Crime Time For, host Woody Overton discusses several disturbing real-world crime stories involving abuse of authority, addiction, and escalating violence.The episode includes the conviction of a corrupt law enforcement officer, a lawyer whose gambling addiction led to theft, and a prison officer charged with smuggling drugs. Woody also addresses the rising violence against healthcare workers, a domestic violence murder case, and a shocking assault on a paraplegic man by two deputies.Throughout the episode, Woody explores how gambling addiction and untreated mental health issues can spiral into devastating outcomes, particularly during the holiday season. Drawing from his law enforcement background, he emphasizes accountability, compassion, and the importance of open conversations around mental health and suicide prevention.Chapters00:00 Holiday Stress, Mental Health, and Law Enforcement03:07 Police Misconduct and the Conviction of a Dirty Cop08:05 Gambling Addiction and a Lawyer’s Downfall17:20 Prison Officer Charged with Drug Smuggling20:49 Rising Violence Against Healthcare Workers26:56 Domestic Violence Murder Case31:15 Deputies Assault a Paraplegic Man35:59 Gambling Addiction, Family Betrayal, and Tragic Consequences“When addiction and abuse of authority go unchecked, the consequences can turn deadly for everyone involved.”This episode of True Crime Time For examines crimes involving police misconduct, gambling addiction, domestic violence, abuse of authority, and mental health challenges, explaining how accountability and early intervention can prevent tragic outcomes.Executive Producer: Leah MarieSponsors:BIOMAVisit gobioma.com/rlrc for an EXTRA 15% off your orderMOODCheck out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.com for $30 off your entire purchase – first time buyers onlyEARTH BREEZERight now, you can try Earth Breeze for up to 40% off plus 4 free gifts at https://earthbreeze.com/RLRCPharmaNutraCheck out PharmaNutra and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.comHailey's CONTACT HUBhttps://sites.google.com/realliferealcrime.com/justiceforhaileycontacthub?usp=sharingOur Sponsors:* Check out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-life-real-crime/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy